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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R5 657

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
mar. 24 — mar. 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 febrero 2026.

lun. 13/422:25
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop14h 05m
Air Algerie
mar. 28/413:30
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/2R7 564
lun. 31/822:25
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop14h 05m
Air Algerie
mar. 15/913:30
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 21/2R7 596
lun. 23/314:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 30/323:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 253
lun. 16/314:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 23/321:25
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 461
lun. 25/514:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
sáb. 30/523:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 589
mié. 6/514:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
sáb. 9/523:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R8 814
mié. 15/414:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 23/423:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R8 894
dom. 24/513:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 11/623:10
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 990
vie. 27/214:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
sáb. 7/321:25
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R9 118
lun. 9/314:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 12/321:25
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R9 166
vie. 6/314:35
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
jue. 19/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R9 198
lun. 11/513:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
sáb. 30/523:10
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R9 246

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 22 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 564

One-way from

R5 657

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 464

Good round-trip deal

R11 148 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 612 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 13/4-28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 822 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 969 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 febrero 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 16/3

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

lun. 23/3

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

R8 461

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 25/5

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 30/5

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R8 589

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

dom. 24/5

13:50-5:55

1 stop16h 05m

Madrid Barajas

jue. 11/6

23:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

R8 990

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/3

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

jue. 12/3

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

R9 118

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/6

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 10/6

18:25-10:30

1 stop16h 05m

R9 279

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/5

13:50-5:55

1 stop16h 05m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 30/5

23:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

R9 279

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 25/4

9:50-8:10

1 stop22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 1/5

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R9 567

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

dom. 15/3

13:50-5:25

1 stop16h 35m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 21/3

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

R9 952

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 8/4

13:30-16:55

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 15/4

14:40-10:30

1 stop19h 50m

R10 000

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 6/5

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 9/5

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

R10 112

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R8 301). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 384). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 22 febrero 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 406 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
963 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 757 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Ethiopian Air, Emirates, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 15h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 36h 30m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8098 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R5 331), Qatar Airways (R5 337), and Etihad Airways (R6 528).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas or Bloemfontein Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R18 899, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 527. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R8 990 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R8 301). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 384). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 febrero 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 021AverageR7 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR7 389AverageR11 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 023AverageR11 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 460AverageR10 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 788AverageR11 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 107AverageR12 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 209AverageR12 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 649AverageR10 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 953AverageR11 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 115AverageR11 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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